Development Of Library Services Research Articles

The law and policy of library development: A legal text analysis of Indonesian library bills

The Indonesian constitution provides for welfare and education. To achieve these constitutional mandates, the Indonesian government passed several laws as the foundation for lifelong education, including the Library Act of 2007 and the National Repository Act of 2018. These Acts are the main legal foundation for the National Library of Indonesia (NLI) to create public policies in library service development across Indonesia. This study seeks to understand these laws through Natural Language Processing (NLP) and Latent Dirichlet allocation (LDA) Topic Modelling. Using these methods, we uncovered the major themes of these legal mandates for library services. Our research revealed five topics for each law. We then analyzed the NLI budgets from 2021 to 2023 to see how the key legal mandates were implemented. We found greater implementation of the 2007 Act than the 2018 Act. Our study offers new methods for library law and policy research.

Public Libraries: Readers and Books. A Case Study on Services for Minor Readers in Guangdong, China

The purpose of this article is to clarify the evolving connotations of “readers” and “books” in public libraries, centers on a thriving segment of library patrons – minor readers. Taking the services for minors in Guangdong China as an example, the study examines and discusses how public libraries can play a proactive role in forging effective connections between readers and books, hence promoting the sustainable development of library services. The author has come to the conclusion that public libraries worldwide must proactively adapt to the ever-evolving environment, cutting-edge technologies, and emerging information needs.

Historical Development and the Funding of Libraries for the Public in the United States

To better understand the funding issues confronting public libraries today, this article examines the development of library services for the public in the United States before the emergence of the tax-supported public library in the first half of the 19th century. It follows an earlier article on the development of such services in England. Adopting a historical research methodological approach, it was found that the early types of libraries included the town book collection, the social library and the commercial circulating library, and these are described and discussed. Where possible, funding or financial issues are highlighted. The importance of philanthropic and voluntary support emerged as important factors in the establishment and maintenance of the social library in its various forms. However, it was found that neither type of support was able to sustain the existence of the social library, and this was particularly evident during difficult economic times. With the emergence of the tax-supported public library, the social library slowly declined in importance and, with a few exceptions, eventually disappeared, often being absorbed into the emerging public library system.

Enhancing Communication and Access: The Role of Internet of Things Technologies in Developing Library Services for Persons with Disabilities

This paper explores the role of IoT technologies in developing library services for persons with disabilities. It highlights the challenges faced by individuals with disabilities in accessing and navigating library resources, such as physical barriers, limited mobility, visual or hearing impairments, and cognitive disabilities. However, by integrating IoT technologies, libraries can proactively address these challenges and create inclusive spaces where everyone feels welcome and supported. The paper includes a literature review that examines studies on using IoT in different settings to cater to the needs of people with disabilities. It emphasizes the importance of ongoing research, investment, and collaboration to address challenges and maximize the benefits of IoT technologies in improving the lives of individuals with disabilities. The research methodology section outlines a study conducted on individuals with physical and visual impairments to identify the challenges they face in utilizing university libraries and their requirements for programs and devices that would enable them to access information sources. The data analysis reveals the need for devices and software, such as tablets, voice recognition software, specialized keyboards, text enlargement software, screen readers, page-turners, and Braille printers, to facilitate access to library resources. Furthermore, the paper presents IoT services required by persons with disabilities to access library resources independently. It discusses twelve IoT services that can be implemented to enhance accessibility and improve the library experience for this group. In conclusion, the paper emphasizes the transformative potential of IoT technologies in improving the lives of individuals with disabilities. By embracing IoT and adopting inclusive practices, libraries can fulfill their mission of providing equitable access to information and knowledge for all community members.

Discussion forum model in the Covid-19 pandemic era at Batu Api Library

Discussion forums are activities to distribute information, ideas, and question. The Batu Api Library held discussion forums to exchange ideas that are discussed and presented through a problem or question that must be resolved based on a joint opinion or decision. This research aimed to find out the discussion forum model at the Batu Api Library during the pandemic with analysis discussion forum model and the development of library services through discussion forums. The research method used is a qualitative approach with a case study research method. The research was carried out for four months, from February to May 2022, using in-depth interview techniques with five people as the number of subjects in this study. The study results stated that during the pandemic, the Batu Api Library continued to conduct discussion forum activities, despite several changes due to the pandemic. Discussion forum at the Batu Api Library is sharing knowledge activity that source library collections. The discussion forum model in the pandemic era at Batu Api Library can be a bridge between users and the library. The discussion forum was also to develop library services so that more people would visit the library. In conclusion, the Batu Api Library can still conduct discussion forum activities as part of library services during the Covid-19 pandemic; this aligns with the statement that libraries are organisms that can constantly develop even during the Covid-19 pandemic.

Historical Development and the Funding of Libraries for the Public: England

Funding levels for public libraries have, in general, never been consistently adequate, and this has necessitated that they commonly pursue forms of funding over and above the income received via taxation. To appreciate how this situation developed, it is necessary to understand how library services to the public before the emergence of the rate or tax-supported public library developed. In this, the first of a series of historically-based articles, the development of library services to the public in England is examined. The types of libraries outlined and discussed include endowed and subscription libraries, and the role of the mechanics’ institutes is scrutinised. Throughout the discussion, and where appropriate, financial or funding issues are identified. The point is made that such issues have been part of library services to the public (whether tax-supported or not) since their inception. In addition, the at times vital role played by private funding in the establishment and support of such services will be highlighted. The focus on England is based on the profound influence that it, together with the United States, has had on public library development across the world, particularly in Asia and Africa, the latter including South Africa.

Research on the Construction of Professional Competence of University Librarians in the Era of Artificial Intelligence

Artificial intelligence is an important feature and development trend of today's era, which has had a profound impact and challenge on various industries, including libraries as important institutions of knowledge service. The application of artificial intelligence technology provides new opportunities and possibilities for libraries, and also puts forward new requirements and expectations for the professional competence of librarians. Starting from the challenges and opportunities faced by librarians in the era of artificial intelligence, this article analyzes the connotation and composition of the professional competence of librarians, explores the goals, contents and approaches of professional competence construction for librarians in the era of artificial intelligence, and aims to provide references for improving the professional quality and service level of librarians and promoting the innovative development of library services.

A Study on Key Factors in Library Operations and the Path to Library Service Development from the Perspective of Readers

A Study on Key Factors in Library Operations and the Path to Library Service Development from the Perspective of Readers

Analisis Usability SLiMS 9 Bulian Menggunakan Metode Software Usability Measurement Inventory

Introduction. The development of ICT is directly related to the availability of information in the library. In addition to hardware, libraries need software to develop library services as ICT advances. One of the basic software required for all libraries is (Integrated Library System/ILS). There is not much research on studies using SUMI for integrated library systems. Until now, not many studies have analyzed the quality of integrated library system applications, especially using the SUMI method. The purpose of this research is to analyze the usability of the integrated library system application SLiMS 9 Bulian. 
 Data Collection Methods. The method used is the quantitative Usability Method using the Usability Measurement Inventory (SUMI) Software by taking data directly from the SUMI questionnaire distributed to respondents.
 Data Analysis. Data analysis was carried out in a descriptive quantitative way through scoring and the results of the analysis of the collected questionnaires became the basis for assessing usability results.
 Results and Discussion. The results of this study indicate that 1) Software Usability Measurement Inventory (SUMI) testing on SLiMS 9 Bulian is very efficient in helping work; 2) Affect (general reaction), Helpfulness (clarity), Control (controlling), and Learnability (ease) are below average and have not been said to be good enough.
 Conclusion. The test results of the Software Usability Measurement Inventory (SUMI) of the SLiMS system are very efficient in helping work. This is obtained from the value of the efficiency scale which is above the average score and 4 indicators that have a low average score, namely affect, helpfulness, control, and learnability. Suggestions for further research can be carried out on SLiMS 9 Bulian using the original version of SUMI without being translated into Indonesian so that the differences with this study can be seen.

Community engagement for meaningful and sustainable digital literacy training in Uganda

This article provides practical insight on how public library programmes can deploy community needs assessment as a tool to engage the community into the development of library services and programmes for specific target groups. This approach contributes to the practice of needs-based library service development as well as demonstrates how community needs assessment can also serve as a library outreach mechanism to community members. 
 The community needs assessment study, described in this article, was done in Uganda in early 2021 by EIFL (Electronic information for libraries), Peer 2 Peer University, National Library of Uganda and Maendeleo Foundation. The study was aimed at developing a meaningful and sustainable digital literacy skills training for women and youth to be delivered via a nation-wide network of public and community libraries. The study is a part of a project “Digital skills and inclusion through libraries in Uganda”, which is funded by Belgium through the Wehubit Programme implemented by the Belgian development agency, Enabel.
 The study consisted of interviews with librarians and meetings with library authorities and community members across the country. The study was used both to gain a deeper understanding of expectations and preferences of women and youth in relation to the digital skills and online content, and also to raise awareness about the upcoming training by the project at early stages.
 In this article, we are sharing learnings from the process, as well as discussing how the findings were used to inform and shape the development of the digital literacy training programme.

Policy Implementation of Luwu Regional Library Development Policy

This study aims to measure the implementation of regional library development service policies in Luwu Regency based on 4 indicators, namely: development and arrangement of library service systems, promotion of library services and promotions, development of future library services, and development of integrated service systems with libraries and information centers. This study uses a quantitative method with non-probability sampling technique that is exploratory, the determination of the sample is carried out by purposive sampling involving 194 respondents consisting of: Regional Librarians. Campus/School/Mosque Librarians, Community Reading Park Librarians (TBM), Village Library Librarians, Literacy Activists, and Library Visitors. The results showed that the development and arrangement of the library service system was in good category, namely 55%, service promotion and library promotion was in good category, 57%, future library service development was in good category, which was 52%, and the development of integrated service system with libraries and information centers was in the good category. good that is 56%.

The Implications of Library Service Development on Students’ Satisfaction at the State Islamic University in Indonesia

This research focused on (1) the development of library services at the State Islamic University (hereafter UIN) in Indonesia, and (2) the implications of library services for students’ learning satisfaction at UIN in Indonesia. This research used mix-methods using a purposive sampling technique. The samples were three library directors, 12 librarians, and 345 students. Data collections involved interviews, observations, and questionnaires, while the data were analyzed using a descriptive approach. The results showed that UIN in Indonesia developed the library services through planning, developing facilities, improving librarian competencies, enhancing the collaboration or network between libraries, and developing the library services. The results also revealed that the quality of library services at UIN in Indonesia was categorized as good, with an average of 76.62%. In contrast, the level of student satisfaction concerning the library services of UIN was classified as satisfactory, with an average of 76.91%. The library services had a strong implication on UIN students’ satisfaction, with a correlation coefficient of 0.765. This means that library services have a strong relationship with UIN students’ learning satisfaction in Indonesia.

Practices and thinking of public libraries in China during COVID-19

As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, libraries in China closed their doors in early 2020 and moved all their services online. This change has brought unprecedented challenges for the development of library services, while it has also brought opportunities and motivation for the future transformation of libraries. This article uses official WeChat accounts of the National Library of China and more than 30 provincial public libraries as the main information sources to summarize and classify the services provided during the period of closure. It also collates and analyses news items released by these libraries to guide the improvement of the online services of public libraries in the pandemic environment. Finally, it puts forward the author’s reflections and suggestions on the key development directions of libraries in the post-pandemic era in six areas: reading promotion, smart libraries, new media operation, information literacy cultivation, open access and collaborative development.

Organisation of work on labeling of the book collection with RFID tags in the department of organisation of the basic collection of the Central scientific library named after Yakub Kolas of the NAS of Belarus

The article focuses on the use of RFID technologies in the library, standard operating procedures of work with RFID tags in the Department of Organisation of the Basic Collection and assessment of the results of the RFID system implementation. The author describes hands-on experience of labeling a large book collection (723 799 books) with RFID tags as part of RFID technology introduction into the practice of the Department of Organisation of the Basic Collection of the Central Scientific Library named after Yakub Kolas of the NAS of Belarus (the CSL of the NAS of Belarus). The relevance of the issue is explained by the fact that this is an innovative activity for Belarus. This information may be used by other libraries in the process of decision making about the implementation of RFID technologies and evaluation of such project. The article reveals essential conditions that have an impact on the convenience of working with the RFID system, and describes step-by-step process of work with RFID tags of a librarian — an employee of the Department of Organisation of the Basic Collection. The author’s aim is to share practical experience, to describe the discovered advantages and disadvantages of RFID tags and their impact on daily work. The research results show that in the course of RFID technology implementation the library received a number of positive results related not only to automation, but also standard library process procedures. Full-featured use of the RFID systems capabilities in the long-term allows developing library ser vices making use of existing experience and the latest achievements, as well as facilitates integration into the modern environment.

A Comparative Study of Attitudes and Perceptions of LIS and non-LIS Students toward Library User Education at Sun Yat-Sen University

Using a quantitative questionnaire survey, this study investigates the perceptions and attitudes of a group of library and information science (LIS) students toward a variety of library user education (LUE) programs provided by Sun Yat-Sen University Library, located in Guangzhou, China. This study also compares the data of LIS students and non-LIS students (of various disciplines) to highlight their unique characteristics. In total, 457 responses were collected for this questionnaire survey (231 LIS, 226 non-LIS). Findings of this study reveal that the LIS student group placed a higher value on the importance of LUE programs. Unexpectedly, the LIS group gave slightly lower scores in rating certain aspects of LUE librarians’ professional competence. This study provides valuable insights for librarians to develop library services to support LIS students’ academic success.

The Role of Mobile Libraries in Developing a Culture of Reading

South Africa is faced with tremendous library service development and delivery challenges in the face of a rapidly increasing and geographically dispersed population. Learners often come from a background where books and reading are not part of their lives and literacy levels need to be significantly raised. A mobile library service provided to remote schools by one provincial department of education is a successful initiative to improve library service as well as literacy levels and a reading culture. An overview of the role of the mobile library service and other related programs is the focus of this paper.

School Libraries in Evolving Education Systems: An Activity-Theoretical Approach

Changes in educational policy and practice demand that we examine school library programs from a new perspective. As a model that takes a developmental view of minds in context, activity theory is particularly well suited to the study of school libraries and the learning that occurs therein. This paper presents an activitytheoretic model of the school library and delineates its elements and relationships. Case examples drawn from an ongoing study of libraries in the midst of school reform demonstrate the application of this framework and suggest how it may be employed to guide research and the development of library services and practices.

The Design and Practice of Library Maker Service in Shenyang Normal University

Library maker services are a current focus of the industry's theoretical research and practice. With the popularization of the maker movement and the development of “mass entrepreneurship and innovation” in China, the library has been forced to re-examine itself and seek new development opportunities and spaces. Based on the experience of library maker service activities both at home and abroad, this paper explores the design of the library space transformation and the practice of the maker services in Shenyang Normal University. In the face of “mass entrepreneurship and innovation” and the background of education, library maker services have become the main melody, and the construction of makerspaces is the panacea to boost the development of library services. Every qualified library needs to be transformed, insufficient ones need to be reformed, and maker services are not only a development drive of the era, but also the essential path to the future.

Biometrics applications in libraries: a study of the mechanism of work with Planning to Use them at the Bibliotheca Alexandrina

The current study aims to identify the biometrics applications in libraries sectors, that can implement these systems, to achieve performance development and raise the rate of productivity and quality in their services. It also seeks to learn about the role of biometrics systems and their effects on the extent of safety levels in user’s authentication access to library services and activities. The study attempts to uncover the constraints and problems that may face the implementation of biometrics systems in libraries, and to anticipate the successes achieved by them to develop library services. The study focuses on addressing planning mechanisms for employing biometrics in the library sector in the Bibliotheca Alexandrina. To achieve the objectives of the study, a descriptive analytical research approach was used to identify the models and requirements for the application of biometrics systems in libraries, and the case study approach to analyze the frameworks and requirements of implementation in the Bibliotheca Alexandrina.

Preferensi penggunaan sumber informasi oleh mahasiswa dalam menyelesaikan tugas kuliah

A wide range of information sources is available to students in various forms providing opportunities for students to utilize these information sources for study purposes. However, studies on the extent to which students know and use it to complete lecture assignments are still rare. This study aimed to identify undergraduate students' experience at one faculty in a university in Semarang when exploring various kinds of information resources to do their assignments. This qualitative study used interviews as the only technique in obtaining data. By employing purposive sampling method, eleven undergraduate students who met the specific criteria participated in this study. All the participants were interviewed using a semi-structured interview. The data were then analyzed by using thematic analysis, to uncover the undergraduate students’ information sources preference and how they used them. The findings revealed students’ selections of information sources for conducting their information retrieval process. They also identified the complexity of student information retrieval activities that were heavily affected by external factors such as the type of assignment, and internal from the students themselves, for example, knowledge of available information sources and motivation to use them. The findings provided evidence to inform the development of library services and information literacy responses to enhance undergraduate students learning.